Master Mechanic

State of Delaware•Dover, DE

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a mechanical position that functions at the expert level required to conduct/oversee maintenance, troubleshooting, fabricate, repair, rebuild, maintain, modify and install major systems on light and heavy-duty vehicles, construction equipment, watercraft and all-terrain equipment. Incumbents will be relied upon to provide advanced training and supervision to lower-level mechanics and make recommendations to repair or replace components. This position must be available to work overtime for storm events and other emergency events on short notice and, in some cases, no advance notice.

Requirements

Three years' experience in diagnosing, repairing, rebuilding and calibrating light and heavy-duty engines, power trains, stabilizing mechanisms and related equipment requiring multiple integrated calibrations.
Three years' experience in gas and electric welding.
Three years' experience in machining or milling parts to comply with manufacturer specifications.
Knowledge of staff supervision acquired through course work, academic training, training provided through an employer, or performing as a lead worker overseeing the work of others; OR supervising staff which may include planning, assigning, reviewing, and evaluating the work of others; OR supervising through subordinate supervisors a group of professional, technical, and clerical employees.
Possession of a valid Driver’s License (not suspended, revoked or cancelled, or disqualified from driving).

Nice To Haves

Must be available to work overtime for storm events and other emergency events on short notice and, in some cases, no advance notice.

Responsibilities

Performs preventive maintenance to include lubricating, cleaning, servicing, inspecting, and testing equipment.
Uses manual and computerized diagnostic equipment to evaluate, troubleshoot, make adjustments and diagnose equipment malfunctions or defects.
Repairs/replaces various parts and assemblies using mechanic power and handtools.
Interprets schematics and blue prints to perform inspections, diagnosis, wiring procedures, and maintenance of mechanical, hydraulic, ignition, lighting, warning, and injection assemblies and component systems.
Operates computers, interprets parts, service, and automated equipment management system/ manuals to perform research, order parts, prepare records, and analyze equipment malfunctions.
Fabricates parts, performs gas/electric welding and makes body repairs.
Responds to road service requests and/or assists with tow trucks/wreckers.
Conducts road test/operational checks for diagnostic purposes to determine equipment deficiencies and for post-maintenance tests.
Cleans and cares for tools, equipment and shop facilities.
Follows safety rules and practices, and complies with Environmental Protection Agency, (EPA) standards in the performance of duties.